Guide

For PIP review decisions, expect months—many wait near nine months, though times vary by case.

VA final review is the last quality check; timing varies by case, and the overall claim average was about 95 days in August 2025.

VA disability claim reviews average about 95 days as of August 2025; complexity, evidence, and exams can extend the timeline.

VA’s Higher-Level Review averages about 125 days for most disability decisions, with informal conferences adding extra time.

VA appeal reviews by a Veterans Law Judge can take months to years; the Direct Review docket carries a one-year decision goal.

The VA’s initial review is a quick completeness check that often wraps in days or a few weeks; total claim time averages about 95 days.

VA disability final review often lasts a few days to a few weeks, depending on quality checks and any last-minute verifications.

VA evidence gathering, review, and decision average about 95 days, with complex files taking longer.

In VA disability claims, the evidence-gathering, review and decision stage often runs 30–120 days, depending on exams and records.

Most disability medical reviews take about 3–8 months for an initial Social Security decision, with quicker paths for severe conditions.